2023 – Page 20 of 96 – The Daily Utah Chronicle

Hundreds of U Students Rally in Support of Palestine

Over 200 people showed up to the rally, organized by Mecha, and criticized the U for what they view as taking a centrist stance.

By Andrew Christiansen and Vanessa Hudson | October 20, 2023

Over 200 people rallied on the University of Utah campus Friday evening in support of Palestine in the latest war between Israel and Hamas, an armed Palestinian militant group. “What has...

Kara Eaker Retires From Gymnastics, Alleging Abuse

In a statement posted to Instagram, Eaker alleged that a head coach committed "verbal and emotional abuse."

By Caelan Roberts, Online Managing Editor | October 20, 2023

University of Utah gymnast Kara Eaker has announced her retirement from U gymnastics as well as from the sport as a whole, citing “verbal and emotional abuse” from an unnamed male head coach....

Utah Women’s Basketball Doubles Up CSU-Pueblo in First Game of the Season

The 2023-24 season is perhaps the most anticipated season in Utah women’s basketball program history, with the team ranking fifth place nationally.

By Isaac Dunaway, Sports Writer | October 20, 2023

The University of Utah women’s basketball team was back in action for the first time this season on Wednesday. They played an exhibition game at the Huntsman Center against the Colorado State-Pueblo...

Can of Worms — Episode 6: Local SLC Band Scene

Oliver talks to a member of the local band VALET, a local hardcore connoisseur, and even finds his way to a heavy metal show of his own in search of what makes local music so captivating.

By Oliver Jones and Cambria Thorley | October 19, 2023

Transcript: Intro: Cambria: Okay, we are officially recording. Oliver: Born ready. Cambria: Born ready. Oliver: Cold intro. Cambria: Cold intro. We're just getting warm. Getting warm,...

Gov. Cox Discusses Social Media, Israel in October Press Conference

He also talked about the race for Mitt Romney's Senate seat and the increase in enrollment in Utah's higher ed institutions.

By Caelan Roberts, Online Managing Editor | October 19, 2023

In Gov. Spencer Cox's October monthly press conference, he had strong words regarding a new Utah law requiring social media sites to verify that users are above the age of 18. “These social...

Jarvis: UDOT, Get Creative Instead of Expanding I-15

Better transportation and safer living conditions are possible, if only UDOT will listen to west-side communities and stop this project.

By Caroline Jarvis, Opinion Writer | October 19, 2023

As the Utah Department of Transportation’s proposed I-15 expansion inches closer, the situation grows dire. The expansion would cause immeasurable harm to communities in west-side areas. Highways...

Sergio Jimenez Masterclass Leads Utah Golf in Stockton Pacific Invitational

The Utes ended their fall season with their most complete showing yet, highlighted by consistency from multiple athletes.

By Austin Eames, Sports Writer | October 19, 2023

After a short week of rest following their fourth-place finish at the Oregon State Invitational in Corvallis, the Utah Men’s Golf team traveled to Stockton, California to participate in the...

‘The Fall of the House of Usher’: Mike Flanagan’s Swan Song

Modern horror guru Mike Flanagan is back with a twisted fantasy.

By Andre Montoya, Arts Writer | October 19, 2023

Modern horror guru Mike Flanagan is back with a twisted fantasy. It melds together some of Edgar Allen Poe’s best works as he exits his prolific tenure with Netflix. “The Fall of the House...

Jewish Students Gather to Mourn Lives Lost in Israel

Jewish groups Hillel for Utah and Chabad on Campus hosted a vigil Wednesday night to mourn those who died in Hamas' Oct. 7 attack on Israel.

By Caelan Roberts, Online Managing Editor | October 18, 2023

About 40 people gathered on the fourth floor of the A. Ray Olpin Union Building Wednesday night to mourn the lives lost in Israel this month. The vigil was hosted by Jewish groups Hillel for Utah and Chabad...

Home Stretch — Episode 2: Utah Men’s Basketball Season Preview

Sports Writer Kyle Garrison speaks with Sports Podcast Producer Stevie Shaughnessey about what fans can expect to see during the upcoming Utah Men's Basketball season.

By Stevie Shaughnessey, Home Stretch Producer, Host | October 17, 2023

Transcript: Stevie Shaughnessey: Hi, and welcome to Home Stretch, the Daily Utah Chronicle’s sports podcast. My name is Stevie and I'll be your host. Today we have Kyle Garrison on to talk about the...